Milwaukee Misdemeanor Defense Lawyer

What constitutes a misdemeanor charge?

A misdemeanor is a criminal charge which is less serious than a felony.
Typically any crime that is punishable for one year or longer is categorized
as a felony. Misdemeanors are categorized according to their severity
under Wisconsin law, as Class A, Class B, and Class C misdemeanors. Each
classification has recommendations for penalties of jail time, fines,
or both, and each category varies based on the severity of the crime.
A Class A misdemeanor is the most serious of these charges, with a potential
sentence of up to 9 months in a local or county jail and up to $10,000
in fines. Class B misdemeanors carry a potential sentence of 90 days in
jail and a fine of up to $1,000. Class C misdemeanors carry a potential
sentence of up to 30 days in jail and $500 in fines.

Misdemeanor charges may be filed in cases involving
drunk driving or OWI,
drug possession,
domestic violence,
assault &battery, weapons charges, petty theft and shoplifting crimes, vandalism, public
intoxication, disorderly conduct, trespass, reckless driving, and other
similar offenses. Misdemeanor convictions may also result in a probationary
period of up to 2 years, with certain conditions which must be met and
reported to the probation officer.

Keeping Your Criminal Record Clean

As with any criminal matter, it is always in your best interests to discuss
your options with a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. At the
Law Offices of Jason D. Baltz, I make it my priority to offer the most capable analysis possible about
your case so that you can make informed decisions. I may also be able
to negotiate with prosecutors or judges to reduce the charges or, in some
cases, have them dropped. I can help you understand the charges you are
facing, what the sentencing consequences may be, and how to prepare a
practical and solid
criminal defense on your behalf.

I urge you to
contact me, Jason, as soon as possible to discuss your misdemeanor case in confidence.
I represent clients in the greater Milwaukee area, or anywhere in the
counties of Waukesha, Racine, Kenosha, Walworth, Jefferson, Dane, or Ozaukee.

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